With a stylish exterior and spacious cabin, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra is an affordable sedan that offers the best the brand has to offer in the compact sedan segment. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is available in the UAE with two engine options that offer better fuel efficiency and incredible performance.
The all-new Hyundai Elantra has a quiet ride, versatile performance and entertaining feel about it. Perfect for urban commute, this compact sedan offers value for money with its amazing interior styling and latest safety features to ensure that the driver is comfortable while always being in control of the vehicle.
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra has a driver-oriented cabin design that brings everything within easy reach of the driver and at the same time, the cabin is laced with the latest comfort features to ensure that the occupants are enjoying a comfortable commute.
Here is a review of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and price in the UAE.
Design of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra
The design of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra is very stylish and elegant, which makes it stand out in its segment. The exterior has been designed to appear stylish yet carrying the same urban appeal that it is famous for. The interior, on the other hand, has been designed to be spacious yet at the same time offer the latest comfort features to its occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra has been designed to be versatile and fit the lifestyle of people who need a fuel-efficient vehicle for their daily commute. The all-new Elantra has been designed to be aerodynamic and modern, however, the signature Elantra appeal remains unchanged as this has been a key factor in the ever-growing popularity of the sedan in a closely contested affordable sedan segment of the UAE car market.
The front of the vehicle has a large and wide signature Hyundai hexagonal grille with chrome accents to give the vehicle a sporty touch. At the sides of the lower bumpers are stylish air intakes that help in improving the engine cooling function and add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle.
Fog lamps are mounted on the air intakes to illuminate the road for a clearer view in low visibility conditions. To further enhance the visibility for the driver, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra features High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps, which have retained their stylish design. Further emphasizing the sporty appeal of the all-new Elantra, Hyundai has designed its hood to feature sharp lines and smooth curves to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle as well.
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra looks exceptionally stylish with a deep beltline and sharp character line starting from the front fenders and going all the way back to the taillights. Chrome accents can be found around the windows and door handles to add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle. To further accentuate the agile and wide stance of the vehicle, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra has been fitted with 15-inch alloy wheels, however, 17-inch alloy wheels are also available as an option.
The rear of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra features LED Rear Combination Lamps and rear reflectors to improve the visibility of the vehicle.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra has been designed to offer comfort and luxury “above its class.” The cabin has been ergonomically designed to bring everything within easy reach of the driver and is laced with cutting-edge technologies to make the in-cabin experience even better.
In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel with driver controls for functions such as Audio Remote Control, Auto Cruise Control and more. Behind the steering wheel is a 4.2-inch color TFT LCD that displays vital information to the driver in real-time.
The dashboard also features a 3.5-inch LCD screen for the entertainment of the occupants while the Automatic Air Condition System ensures that the occupants are comfortable while enjoying the quiet and comfortable ride of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra.
The 2018 Elantra comes with the option of Premium Sound System, Seat Warming & Cooling Air Ventilation System, Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated Steering Wheel and a lot more.
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Performance of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is a front-wheel drive sedan available with two engine options that offer incredible fuel efficiency to the driver. The first engine is a 1.6-litre inline 4-Cylinder engine that is capable of producing 121 horsepower and 163Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and allows the Elantra to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 11.8 seconds with a top speed of 195 Km/h. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra has a fuel efficiency of 14.3 Km/L with this engine.
The second option available is a 2.0-litre inline 4-Cylinder engine that is capable of producing 163 horsepower and 198Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and allows the Elantra to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 9.5 seconds with a top speed of 203 Km/h. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra has a fuel efficiency of 13.5 Km/L with this engine.
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra has been fitted with state-of-the-art MacPherson Strut Suspension in the front and CTBA suspension in the rear to offer stability and control to the driver. The sedan is also available with 6-speed manual transmission that is lightweight and features a new reverse gear release button for smoother and efficient gear shift.
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Safety Features
For an affordable sedan, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra is a standout when it comes to offering essential safety features as a standard. It is well-equipped with latest safety features and technologies to give the driver complete control over the vehicle and make every journey with the all-new Elantra completely stress-free, regardless of the driving conditions. Many latest safety technologies and systems are also available as an option that can be selected to further improve the safety of the occupants.
Some of the highlighting safety features of the all-new Hyundai Elantra include:
- Auto Cruise Control
- Anti-lock Brake System
- Child Safety Seat Anchor
- Electronic Stability Control
- Hill-start Assist Control
- 7 Airbag System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Safety Window Adjustment Control System
- Vehicle Stability Management System
- Traction Control System
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution
- Brake Assist
- Parking Assist System
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
The optional safety features in the 2018 Hyundai Elantra include:
- Autonomous Emergency Braking System
- Blind Spot Detection
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Static Bending Lights
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Keep Assist
Price of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra in the UAE
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is an affordable compact sedan that is already available in the UAE with two engine options. The starting price of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra with the 1.6-litre engine is AED 56,500 that can go as high as AED 58,500 with optional features and technologies. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra with 2.0-litre engine has a starting price of AED 62,500 that can go as high as AED 74,900 with optional features and technologies.
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